Eagles Facing Cooper Rush Would ‘still Be A Challenge For Us’
Uncertainty Surrounds Dak Prescott’s Status for Week 6
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni acknowledged that facing Rush would still present a significant challenge for his team.
> “He’s a smart player,” Sirianni said. “He’s been in the system for a while now. He knows what they’re trying to do. He’s a guy that can make all the throws.”
Rush has a limited sample size as a starter, but he has shown some promise. In two starts last season, he completed 67% of his passes for 454 yards, four touchdowns, and no interceptions.
The Eagles defense will need to be prepared for a different style of play from Rush than Prescott. Prescott is a more mobile quarterback who can extend plays with his legs. Rush is more of a pocket passer who relies on his accuracy and decision-making.
> “We’re going to have to make sure we’re disciplined in our rush lanes,” Sirianni said. “We can’t let him get out of the pocket and make plays.”
The Eagles will also need to be aware of Rush’s quick release. He gets the ball out of his hands quickly, which can make it difficult for the defense to get pressure on him.
> “He’s got a quick release,” Sirianni said. “We’re going to have to make sure we’re getting pressure on him, but we’re also going to have to be disciplined in our coverage.”
The Eagles are favored to win the game, but they cannot take Rush lightly. He is a capable quarterback who can present a challenge to any defense.
Implications of Prescott’s Potential Absence
If Prescott is unable to play, it would be a significant blow to the Cowboys. He is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and is a major part of their offense.
With Rush at quarterback, the Cowboys would likely have to rely more on their running game and play-action passing. They would also need to be more careful with the football and avoid turnovers.
The Eagles will be hoping that Prescott is unable to play, but they know that Rush is a capable quarterback who can still lead the Cowboys to victory.
